Early treatment of pneumonia is associated with improved clinical outcomes. Chest X‑ray should be undertaken to confirm the diagnosis and appropriate antibiotic treatment started as soon as possible, ...

Morton Kern, MD, often engages his colleagues via email in brief, informal dialogue on clinically relevant topics in cardiology. Morton Kern, MD, of VA Long Beach Healthcare System and University of ...

Chest X-rays are an effective method to assess your lungs and heart. It is often considered when a patient complains of symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, and persistent cough. Often ...